Senior Support Worker (Children’s Residential Care) Full-time

1. Are you committed to achieving positive outcomes for others?
2. Are you flexible enough to make a real difference?
3. Are you ready to inspire and support young people?

If you can answer a wholehearted YES! to these questions, our client would love to hear from you.

£30,160 – £31,140/annum + £3,000 sleep-in bonus

Our client, a leading provider of care and education for children and young people, is seeking dedicated Senior Support Workers to join their team in a specialised residential service supporting young people. Their staff are passionate, supportive, and focused on enabling every young person in their care to achieve their personal best.

In this role, you will work within a welcoming and well-equipped setting, joining an experienced team with a shared goal of delivering the highest standards of care. You will support young people with complex needs, making a tangible difference to their lives and futures.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Additional payments for sleep-in duties and overtime
• Generous holiday entitlement, including bank holidays, increasing with service
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including funded qualifications (e.g., NVQs)
• Career progression opportunities, with pathways to senior and management roles
• Referral schemes
• Paid sickness leave
• Health benefits (subject to service)
• Meals provided on shift
• Team activities and days out
• Supportive team environment and continuous professional development
• A Day in the Role

As a Senior Support Worker, your responsibilities may include:

• Leading shifts and deputising for the Registered Manager when required
• Supporting the team of Residential Care Workers with training and development
• Implementing and communicating individual care plans
• Maintaining accurate records for monitoring and evaluation
• Contributing to team meetings to enhance communication and staff development
• Providing direct care and support to young people
• Encouraging engagement in education and social activities
• Creating a safe, home-like environment through daily tasks such as meal preparation and cleaning
• Organising and facilitating activities to promote wellbeing
• This is not an exhaustive list, and a full job specification is available upon request.

About the Role

You will work with young people in a specialised residential setting, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their potential. Joining a dedicated and supportive team, you will contribute to life-changing outcomes in a rewarding yet challenging environment. Our client is committed to delivering consistent, high-quality care and supporting their staff to excel.

Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate values such as integrity, accountability, and a person-centred approach
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering at least two years (including all roles involving children or vulnerable people)
• Desire to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (training provided)
• Previous experience in a residential care setting is desirable but not essential
• Full UK driving licence (due to the role’s requirements)
• DBS and reference checks will be conducted in line with government regulations and safer recruitment practices. The recruitment process may take time due to these essential checks.

Equal Opportunities

Our client is committed to promoting equal opportunities and challenging any form of discrimination.